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“The work that Mary does is truly powerful. I know a few of the battlefields she fights on and those she fights for. I know how hard it can be and admire her efforts in every way.”
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Brandon Clokey
Brandon G. Clokey Residential Design
About Us
Supportive Minds is a wellness and empowerment brand founded by Army veteran and autistic parent Mary Stanley. We help individuals, families, and professionals embrace their minds, emotions, and potential through trauma-informed care, coaching, and community. We don’t force people to fit systems—we change systems to fit them.
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How We Got Started
Supportive Minds was founded by Mary Stanley, an Army veteran, autistic adult, and mother of two autistic children. Our journey began from lived experience—navigating systems that often silence, shame, or try to “fix” neurodivergent people. Frustrated by these broken approaches, Mary created a space where individuals and families could find understanding, support, and empowerment without masks or pressure to conform.
What started as a personal mission to help her own family grew into a movement: offering trauma-informed programs, coaching, and community resources that help people embrace their minds, emotions, and potential. We don’t force people to fit systems—we change systems to fit them.
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Recommendations Received (169)
"Mary took the time to understand what I do and share that with others. She's a good listener and..."
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"Mary took the time to understand what I do and share that with others. She's a good listener and communicates directly."
"Mary is a dedicated professional specializing in autism and trauma support. While we haven't..."
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"Mary is a dedicated professional specializing in autism and trauma support. While we haven't worked together directly, I'm pleased to recommend connecting with her and wish her continued success in making a positive impact for those she serves."
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"There are people who do a job, and then there are people who answer a calling. Beth is one of..."
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"There are people who do a job, and then there are people who answer a calling. Beth is one of those people.
I have had the privilege of seeing Beth's dedication to families firsthand, and what impresses me most is her unwavering commitment to helping parents and children maintain and rebuild meaningful relationships. While many people only see the programs and services, Beth sees the people behind them—the parents longing for another chance, the children who deserve connection, and the families working to heal and move forward.
Beth works tirelessly, often behind the scenes, to make sure families have opportunities they might not otherwise have. Through supervised visitation, safe exchanges, family support services, and education, she helps create pathways for parents to remain involved in their children's lives while ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone involved.
What makes Beth exceptional is that she doesn't simply provide services—she provides hope. She understands that families can face difficult circumstances and that people sometimes need guidance, support, and someone willing to believe in their ability to grow and change.
Her mission is clear: strengthen families, protect children, and help create opportunities for healthy relationships to flourish. Whether she is supporting a parent through a challenging season, advocating for resources, or working with community partners to improve services, Beth approaches every family with compassion, respect, and a genuine desire to make a difference.
The Exchange Club Center for Family Unity is stronger because of Beth's leadership, passion, and dedication. Her work changes lives, strengthens communities, and gives families the chance to build brighter futures together.
If you are looking for someone who truly cares about families and is committed to helping them succeed, I cannot recommend Beth and the Exchange Club Center for Family Unity highly enough."
"If you’re looking for someone who will truly listen without judgment, pressure, or shame, you..."
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"If you’re looking for someone who will truly listen without judgment, pressure, or shame, you should connect with Sam.
What makes Sam different is that this didn’t begin as a business plan or marketing idea. It began through genuine human connection. Through simple conversations, people found themselves feeling heard, understood, and safe enough to openly process their thoughts, emotions, struggles, and experiences.
What started as a chance encounter became something much bigger — a purpose.
God has a way of working through the unexpected. Sometimes He takes ordinary moments and transforms them into meaningful missions that impact people in ways we never imagined. For Sam, what began as casual conversations within the neurodivergent community slowly revealed a calling: creating a safe space for people who simply need someone to listen and understand.
In a world where so many people feel dismissed, misunderstood, or rushed to “fix” themselves, Sam offers something rare — patience, compassion, curiosity, and presence. Whether you need to vent, info-dump, verbally process, or just feel heard for once, Sam creates an environment where you can show up exactly as you are.
People don’t keep coming back because they’re being judged or analyzed.
They come back because they finally feel understood.
Connecting with Sam means connecting with someone who genuinely cares, listens with intention, and believes every person deserves a space where their voice matters. Sometimes healing begins not with advice, but with finally having someone willing to sit beside you, listen, and say, “I hear you.”
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I am incredibly thankful and honored to be included on this list. A huge thank you to everyone who voted for me—it truly means the world. I’m especially grateful to be recognized alongside so many amazing women!
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I am incredibly thankful and honored to be included on this list. A huge thank you to everyone who voted for me—it truly means the world. I’m especially grateful to be recognized alongside so many amazing women!
As a veteran, I've faced the trials and triumphs of military life firsthand. The camaraderie, sacrifices, and shared experiences have shaped me in profound ways, instilling within me a deep sense of duty and resilience.
However, my journey took a unique turn when I became a mother to two...
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As a veteran, I've faced the trials and triumphs of military life firsthand. The camaraderie, sacrifices, and shared experiences have shaped me in profound ways, instilling within me a deep sense of duty and resilience.
However, my journey took a unique turn when I became a mother to two incredible children, both of whom are on the autism spectrum. Parenthood brought a new set of challenges, but it also introduced me to the beauty of neurodiversity and the power of unconditional love.
Driven by my experiences, I embarked on a path of holistic healing, specializing in trauma recovery for fellow veterans, service members, and first responders. My mission is deeply personal; it's about giving back to those who have served and supporting individuals facing their own battles with trauma.
I believe in a holistic approach to healing—one that addresses the mind, body, and spirit. Through a combination of traditional therapeutic techniques, faith, and community support, I empower individuals to reclaim their lives and discover a renewed sense of purpose.
My brand is rooted in unity and understanding. I advocate for neurodiversity, striving to create a world where every journey is met with empathy and support. I'm committed to breaking down stigma, fostering resilience, and building transformative lives.
Join me on this journey of hope and healing, where stories of courage converge, and together, we rise stronger than before. Being on Alignable has given me a bigger platform to share my story and connect with individuals that are similar fields and we collaborate and share information to help others. I am still pretty new to this platform and I am looking to expand and be more involved.
I offer everything as a issue and a package not per a session and it all custom made for each client
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I offer everything as a issue and a package not per a session and it all custom made for each client
